Heptacapsular

/ˌhɛptəˈkæpsjələr/ adjective

Definition

Having seven capsules or pod-like structures, used in botanical and biological descriptions.

Etymology

From Greek 'hepta-' (seven) + Latin 'capsularis' (relating to capsules, from 'capsula' meaning small box). Used in scientific taxonomy.

Kelly Says

In botany, a 'heptacapsular' seed pod with seven compartments is actually pretty rare—most plants stick to even numbers, which is why botanists get excited when they find organisms that break the pattern.

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